. Student accommodation was a major challenge of the university since it was classified as a previously disadvantaged institution. The physical location of the university was also a major disadvantage since it was located away from residential areas. . The Ministerial Task Team on Student Accommodation investigated the accommodation of the UL and the following findings emerged; dilapidated residences due to historical neglect, poor infrastructure, insufficient funding for residences and insufficient accommodation for the student intake. . In terms of residential capacity, the Turfloop Campus had 16 200 students resulting in 40% saturation, Medunsa Campus 4 158 students resulting in 76% saturation, UL 20 358 students resulting in 48% saturation. . Medunsa had three privately owned off campus residences that accommodated 564 students. The main challenge with off campus accommodation was high travelling costs that the university paid to service providers. The recreational facilities in the university were inadequate. The safety and security around the campus was concern especially for students in residences.